Sahnaura - Pandarak, Patna
Sahnaura is a village situated in the Pandarak subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandarak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Dhivar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahnaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahnaura is 246488. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 803213 pincode. Barh is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Sahnaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Munger Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahnaura
According to the 2011 Census, Sahnaura village had a total population of 2,676 people, including 1,383 males and 1,293 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.19%, with male literacy at 75.66% and female literacy at 57.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 465.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,676 | 1,383 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 512 | 253 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 234 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,454 | 855 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 528 | 694 |
Nearby Villages of Sahnaura
Sahnaura is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sahnaura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sahnaura. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Sahnaura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barh to Sahnaura is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Sahnaura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahnaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahnaura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahnaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahnaura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sahnaura
Where is Sahnaura located?
Sahnaura village is located in Pandarak Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahnaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahnaura is Dhivar.
What is the pincode of Sahnaura?
The pincode of Sahnaura is 803213.
What is the population of Sahnaura?
Sahnaura had a total population of 2,676, including 1,383 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Sahnaura?
Sahnaura had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahnaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahnaura was 67.19%. Male literacy was 75.66% and female literacy was 57.93%.